Brain Anatomy: Cerebral Hemispheres and Lobes
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What is the primary function of gray matter in the CNS?

  • To facilitate the transmission of nerve impulses
  • To regulate body temperature
  • To provide structural support to the brain
  • To consist of dense collections of unmyelinated fibers and cell bodies (correct)

    • Which neurotransmitter is primarily involved in the regulation of mood and sleep?

  • Acetylcholine
  • Serotonin (correct)
  • Norepinephrine
  • Dopamine

    • What is the function of the substantia nigra?

  • Regulation of the autonomic nervous system
  • Regulation of pain transmission
  • Regulation of movement and fine motor control (correct)
  • Regulation of mood and sleep

    • Which region of the brain is involved in the regulation of emotions and behavior?

    <p>Hypothalamus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of norepinephrine?

    <p>Regulation of the autonomic nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which neurotransmitter is involved in the regulation of pain transmission?

    <p>Enkephalin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the dorsal horn of the spinal cord?

    <p>Regulation of pain transmission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of the brain is involved in the regulation of muscle tone and coordination?

    <p>Cerebellum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of GABA?

    <p>Inhibition of neuronal activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of the brain is divided into four regions?

    <p>Cerebral cortex</p> Signup and view all the answers

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